Summary

Dr. Richard Childress is an endocrinologist specializing in diabetes and metabolism, with additional expertise in family medicine and internal medicine. He earned his medical degree from Louisiana State University School of Medicine in Shreveport and has been practicing for 27 years. Dr. Childress is fluent in both Spanish and English.

Dr. Childress is affiliated with Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis and practices at multiple locations throughout Memphis, Tennessee. He focuses on treating conditions such as type 2 diabetes, high blood sugar emergencies, and elevated blood sugar in children. His expertise includes performing blood glucose monitoring tests and heel stick procedures for diabetes management. Patients rate Dr. Childress 4.3 out of 5 stars on average.

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Quick Facts

  • accepting new patients
  • 4.3
  • 27 years of experience
  • 27 insurance plans accepted
  • speaks Spanish, English
  • Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport
  • 1 written review
  • 3 specialties
  • 17 areas of expertise
  • 1 hospital affiliation
  • 5 office locations
  • Male

Office Locations

Dr. Richard Dale Childress has 5 locations

The Endocrine Clinic

5659 S Rex RdMemphis, TN 38119
Mon8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Tue8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Wed8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thu8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Fri8:00 am - 4:30 pm
SatClosed
SunClosed

Memphis Va Medical Center

1030 Jefferson AveMemphis, TN 38104

Baptist Memorial Hospital Memphis

6019 Walnut Grove RdMemphis, TN 38120

Memphis Va Medical Center

116 N Pauline StMemphis, TN 38104

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Endocrinology, Diabetes & MetabolismPediatricsEmergency MedicinePsychiatry
Accepts New Patients Accepts New Patients
4.3 
3.5 
27 Years of Experience 55 Years of Experience 52 Years of Experience 10 Years of Experience
No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option No Virtual Visit Option
Speaks Spanish, English
Memphis , TNMemphis , TNARLINGTON , TNMemphis , TN
Med School: Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In Shreveport Med School: UNIVERSITY OF NORTH CAROLINA AT CHAPEL HILL SCHOOL OF MEDICINE Med School: University Of Tennessee Health Science Center College Of Medicine Med School: Keck School Of Medicine Of The University Of Southern California
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Insurance Plans Accepted by Dr. Richard Dale Childress

  • Accepts Medicare
  • Accepts Medicaid
  • AARP
  • Aetna
  • Aetna - Medicare
  • Aetna - POS
  • AmeriGroup - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee
  • Blue Cross Blue Shield of Tennessee - Federal Employees Program
  • CHAMPVA
  • Cigna
  • Cigna - POS
  • GEHA
  • HealthSmart
  • Humana
  • Humana - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • Medicaid - Medicaid
  • Medicaid - Medicaid (Managed)
  • Medicare
  • Medicare - Medicare
  • Meritain Health
  • Mutual of Omaha
  • Oscar Health Insurance
  • Tricare
  • UnitedHealthcare
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicaid (Managed)
  • UnitedHealthcare - Medicare (Advantage HMO)
  • UnitedHealthcare - POS

Medical Specialties

Dr. Richard Dale Childress has the following 3 specialties

Specialty Expertise

Dr. Richard Dale Childress has the following 17 areas of expertise

  • Acromegaly
  • Addison Disease
  • Cushing Disease
  • Diabetes
  • Diabetes (Types I & II)
  • Diabetes Mellitus, Type 1
  • Diabetes, Type 2
  • Family Medicine
  • Fatigue
  • Gland Issues
  • Hormones
  • Hyperthyroidism
  • Hypopituitarism
  • Hypothyroidism
  • Internal Medicine
  • Lipid Metabolism Disorders
  • Thyroid Diseases

Certifications, License, & Education

27 Years Experience

MEDICAL LICENSE

Medical Doctor, Tennessee, 2026, Active

EDUCATION & TRAINING

Medical School

Louisiana State University School Of Medicine In ShreveportGraduated in 1999

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Richard Childress's office located?
Dr. Richard Childress's office is located at 5659 S Rex Rd, Memphis, TN, 38119.
Is Dr. Richard Childress accepting new patients?
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What languages does Dr. Richard Childress speak?
Dr. Richard Childress speaks Spanish and English.
Does Dr. Richard Childress accept my insurance?
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Does Dr. Richard Childress accept virtual/telehealth appointments?
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